Chelsea have asked about taking Inter Milan winger Jonathan Biabiany on loan.
The 28-year-old former France Under 21 international had been discussing a move to Palermo, having made just two starts for the San Siro club this season.
Biabiany can play as a secondary striker or in midfield as well his more customary right wing role.
The pacey attacker, born in Paris, has played his entire career in Italy after coming through the ranks at Inter before going on to play for the likes of Chievo, Parma and Sampdoria.